Pale bordered field cockroach
Among its many fascinating characteristics, pale bordered field cockroach stands out with its unusual daytime activity, unlike many cockroach species that are primarily nocturnal. This shift exposes pale bordered field cockroach to a wider array of predators, highlighting its vital role as a food source in the ecosystem. Prolific in reproduction, pale bordered field cockroach contributes to soil aeration and decomposition through its feeding and burrowing habits. Notably, it's one of the few species that emits a defensive odor, an unconventional mechanism in cockroach survival.